Behavior Interventionist
About the job
- Must have U.S. work authorization.
- Must pass a criminal background check and provide negative tuberculosis test results.
- Must have reliable computer and internet access available daily.
- Must have reliable transportation, a California driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and willingness to drive throughout the San Fernando Valley area.
- Must have interest and enthusiasm for working with children and adolescents, including the ability to play and have fun.
- Must demonstrate patience and empathy when addressing challenging behaviors.
- Must commit to the positive-only method, the organization's mission, and high ethical standards.
- Must be reliable and dedicated to working daily with clients.
- Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and perform physical activities including walking, running, bending, squatting, kneeling, sitting and playing on the floor, and standing for long periods.
- Must be willing to work with clients ages 2–23, across behaviors and support needs, including aggressive or destructive behaviors and hygiene, feeding, and mobility support.
- Deliver personalized, evidence-based applied behavior analysis treatment plans in homes, schools, and the community.
- Use a positive-only approach to encourage new skills and celebrate progress.
- Build play, self-care, social, communication, and cognitive skills through hands-on sessions.
- Partner with children and adolescents and their families as part of the support team.
- Conduct one-on-one direct applied behavior analysis therapy sessions in school or at home.
- Assist clients throughout the day with academic and daily living tasks.
- Teach adaptive play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills.
- Encourage desired behaviors through positive reinforcement.
- Collect and analyze data to track client progress.
- Ensure a safe, encouraging environment for children and teens.
- Advocate for individuals with disabilities in all settings.
- Uphold ethical practices.
- Experience supporting children or adolescents who engage in aggression, self-injury, or elopement; this experience may place the employee at the higher end of the pay range.
- Applied behavior analysis experience.
- Experience in childcare, teaching, camps, coaching, or caregiving.
About the company
The Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis focuses on improving how professionals support people with challenging behavior by promoting non-aversive, person-centered approaches. It provides guidance and resources to help practitioners design and implement positive behavior support plans that emphasize safety, dignity, and individualized supports. The work centers on applying behavior analytic methods to reduce challenging behavior without punishment, using proactive strategies, function-based interventions, and data-driven decision making. Compared with others in the field, the institute differentiates itself by explicitly prioritizing non-aversive, person-centered practices and practical resources for real-world application, rather than relying on punitive or coercive methods. The goal is to advance ethical, effective, and humane support for individuals with challenging behavior, helping them participate more fully in daily life and achieve better quality of life.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Founded
1981
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- BACB keeps demand rising through 2025 employment data and 2027 certification changes.
- IABA's telehealth and in-person California delivery broadens access for families.
- Rising industry enforcement can advantage compliant operators over weaker competitors.
What critics are saying
- Cuellar v. IABA filed February 2026 alleges rest-break, meal, and wage violations.
- ABA providers face escalating DOJ, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and FCA scrutiny in 2026.
- If reimbursement or compliance pressure worsens, staffing and margins deteriorate quickly.
What makes Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis unique
- Founded in 1981 by Dr. Gary LaVigna and Dr. Thomas Willis, IABA has deep ABA roots.
- IABA focuses on positive practices for challenging behavior, not generic autism care.
- Its California footprint spans Camarillo and Culver City, supporting regional service depth.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Training Programs
- Mentorship Program
- Phone/Internet Stipend
- Employee Referral Bonus